Texas A&M University Corpus Christi

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX Founded in 1947

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    Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi (TAMUCC) is a young institution founded in 1947. It is one of the nine universities in the Texas A&M University System.

    As an island university, Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi is located in the heart of the Texas Gulf Coast and is the only university in the U.S. situated on its own island. The campus is surrounded by palm trees, natural wetlands, scenic hiking and biking trails, and a campus beach. With its beautiful environment and prime location, it is an excellent choice. Corpus Christi, located in southeastern Texas along the Gulf of Mexico, is the county seat of Nueces County with a population of approximately 310,000. The area is a popular vacation destination for tourists worldwide, offering a variety of activities such as windsurfing, fishing, and boating, making the island highly favored by students who seek both education and leisure.

    In addition to being a prestigious member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMUCC is also one of only six federally designated Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) pilot sites in the U.S., as designated by the Federal Aviation Administration. The university is a world-class leader in Gulf Coast research, with dedicated research centers focusing on the long-term sustainability and conservation of the Gulf of Mexico. The university also houses the largest vertical-axis wind turbine installation in the U.S. and the first recreational fishing research center in the western Gulf of Mexico. Graduates have opportunities to gain work experience and build networks with Fortune 500 companies, research institutions, and small businesses across the nation.

    Academically, TAMUCC offers six academic areas and colleges: Business, Education & Human Development, Liberal Arts, Nursing & Health Sciences, Science & Engineering, and Graduate Studies. Popular graduate programs include MBA, Accounting (MACC), and Computer Science.

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